GoBeyond Lab 2026
Turn your idea into a validated startup through an 8-week pre-acceleration programme designed to move from concept to MVP. Open to individuals and teams based in Italy, Türkiye, and Morocco. No company required.
From idea to incorporation
Over 8 weeks, GoBeyond Lab is built to help you design, test, and validate solutions that address real market needs across Italy, Türkiye, and Morocco. Participants work on concrete problems, interact with potential users, and develop a prototype grounded in evidence.
Built on Founder Institute's globally tested methodology, refined across thousands of founders.
Themes
AI-Native B2B Products
AI for enterprise solutions, predictive analytics, customer experience, regulated industries.
GreenTech and Circular Economy
Sustainability solutions, energy management, carbon accounting, circular business models.
Gaming and Fan Experiences
Gaming technologies, fan engagement platforms, interactive content, sports entertainment.
AI-Native B2B Products
AI for enterprise solutions, predictive analytics, customer experience, regulated industries.
GreenTech and Circular Economy
Sustainability solutions, energy management, carbon accounting, circular business models.
Gaming and Fan Experiences
Gaming technologies, fan engagement platforms, interactive content, sports entertainment.
Who this is for
This is a selective hands-on programme with a limited number of participants.
Early-stage founders
Individuals or teams with an idea — no legal entity required.
Based in Italy, Türkiye or Morocco
Applicants able to work in English and join a global community.
Ready to commit 6–8h / week
Expect weekly live sessions, coaching, and validation with real users.
Early-stage founders
Individuals or teams with an idea — no legal entity required.
Based in Italy, Türkiye or Morocco
Applicants able to work in English and join a global community.
Ready to commit 6–8h / week
Expect weekly live sessions, coaching, and validation with real users.
Program
The programme follows a progression from problem definition to MVP and pitch, ending
with Demo Day.
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Weekly live sessions (90 minutes) with Founder Institute experts
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Structured assignments with clear weekly deliverables
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Coaching sessions to review progress and unblock issues
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Office hours with mentors from the GoBeyond network
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Continuous feedback on idea, validation, and pitch
Timeline
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Application Phase 06/05/2026 Submit your application and complete the DNA assessment (6th –31th May).
Benefits
Participation is fully funded and equity-free.
Benefit
Structured execution
A proven 8-week framework to move from idea to MVP.
Benefit
Expert guidance
Weekly sessions, coaching, and mentor feedback.
Benefit
Real validation
Direct interaction with users and market testing.
Benefit
Ecosystem access
Connection to GoBeyond network and potential pilot opportunities.
Benefit
Demo Day exposure
Present your project to a jury and ecosystem stakeholders.
Grant
Incorporation support (equity-free grant)
Up to €5,000 grant in services for the winning team.
Benefit
Structured execution
A proven 8-week framework to move from idea to MVP.
Benefit
Expert guidance
Weekly sessions, coaching, and mentor feedback.
Benefit
Real validation
Direct interaction with users and market testing.
Benefit
Ecosystem access
Connection to GoBeyond network and potential pilot opportunities.
Benefit
Demo Day exposure
Present your project to a jury and ecosystem stakeholders.
Grant
Incorporation support (equity-free grant)
Up to €5,000 grant in services for the winning team.
Apply
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Submit your application through the Founder Institute platform
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Complete the DNA assessment
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Applications are reviewed based on defined selection criteria
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Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Rules
Programme Regulation
Full programme rules and selection criteria.
Dimensione
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FAQ
La candidatura ha un costo?
No, la partecipazione alla Call è gratuita.
Chi può partecipare?
Only startups legally incorporated in Italy are eligible to apply.
Tutte le startup riceveranno mentorship?
No, la mentorship è riservata alle startup selezionate e viene organizzata sulla base dei bisogni emersi e della disponibilità dei mentor.
Can I change my application after submission?
No. You may edit it while it is saved as a draft, but not after final submission.
Se la mia startup è costituita all’estero posso partecipare al programma?
Il documento del pitch per il contest può essere fatto in inglese o deve essere in italiano?
Il pitch deck può essere presentato sia in italiano che in inglese, a discrezione dei partecipanti.
Partners
